Reports of fight near Jolly Friar: Basildon police called

Police were called to a fight near The Jolly Friar pub in Whitmore Way at around 9.15pm on Saturday 7 September.

At the scene, we found an unconscious man who had reportedly been attacked by several suspects who left the scene before police arrived.

The victim was taken to hospital for further treatment with the help of the emergency services and has since been discharged.

The police are now asking anyone who witnessed this attack or who has information about this incident to come forward.

This incident occurred on a Saturday night near a busy pub and officers believe several people there may have important information that could assist our investigation.

A police spokesman said: “If you have any information please contact us quoting incident 1318 of Saturday 7 September.”

“You can let us know by submitting a report on our website or by using our online live chat service, which is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

“It can be found at the bottom right of our homepage at www.essex.police.uk.

“Visit www.essex.police.uk/digital101 to find out more about our website reporting services.

“Alternatively, you can call us on 101.

“In an emergency always call 999.

“If you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers by visiting their website or calling 0800 555 111.”